Iain Henderson out of Italy game after positive Covid test
Ireland lock Iain Henderson has been ruled out of contention for the Sunday's Guinness Six Nations match against Italy after testing positive for Covid-19.
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Six Nations: James Lowe and uncapped Jimmy O'Brien called up to Ireland squad for Italy game
James Lowe and the uncapped Jimmy O'Brien have been called up to Ireland's Six Nations squad ahead of Sunday's game with Italy.
Ireland forward Tadhg Beirne extends IRFU contract until 2025
Ireland and Munster forward Tadhg Beirne has signed a contract extension with the Irish Rugby Football Union until July 2025.
Return of full URC card a chance for Andy Farrell's fringe players to make an impression
For the second year in a row, the layout of the Guinness Six Nations fixtures has served Ireland well.
Jackman: Losing bonus point could prove crucial
RTÉ rugby analyst Bernard Jackman says the losing bonus point Ireland claimed in Paris could yet prove crucial in the final analysis and reckons this may have been factored into the team's thinking when they took the contentious decision to take three points rather kick for the corner when trailing by six late in the game.
Sexton absence not a 'deficit' for Ireland - Henderson
Iain Henderson says the absence of Johnny Sexton doesn't weaken Ireland in any way.
Ireland see winning run ended as France triumph in thrilling Six Nations clash
France put themselves in pole position for Guinness Six Nations glory by ending Ireland’s nine-match winning run with a pulsating 30-24 victory in Paris.
James Ryan rues 'indiscipline' in heat of French battle
Stand-in captain James Ryan admits indiscipline contributed to Ireland blowing their Guinness Six Nations Grand Slam hopes in Paris.